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Salsa Roja

Mexican · Latin America Top Pick STOVETOP
8/10

Roasted tomato, chili, and garlic salsa — the universal Mexican table sauce.

Vegetarian Sauce & Condiment Home Cook Friendly Vegan N Nut-Free E Egg-Free G Gluten-Free

Why It Works

Charring tomatoes and chilies on a comal develops smoky sweetness that raw salsas lack.

Key Ingredients

tomatoes serrano or jalapeño garlic onion cilantro lime

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